Text Structure Sort

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What is text structure?

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Text structure refers to the way information is organized in a text. It helps readers understand the relationships between ideas and the overall message.

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What is 'Cause and Effect' text structure?

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'Cause and Effect' text structure explains why something happens (the cause) and what happens as a result (the effect). For example, 'The heavy rain caused flooding in the streets.'

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What is 'Compare and Contrast' text structure?

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'Compare and Contrast' text structure highlights the similarities and differences between two or more subjects. For example, 'Cats and dogs are both popular pets, but cats are more independent than dogs.'

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What is 'Problem and Solution' text structure?

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'Problem and Solution' text structure presents an issue and offers one or more solutions. For example, 'Plastic pollution is a problem, and recycling is one solution to reduce waste.'

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What is 'Description' text structure?

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'Description' text structure provides details about a topic, often using adjectives and sensory details. For example, 'The rainforest is home to vibrant plants and diverse wildlife.'

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What is 'Sequence/Chronological Order' text structure?

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'Sequence/Chronological Order' text structure organizes information in the order it happens, often using time markers. For example, 'First, I woke up. Then, I had breakfast. Finally, I went to school.'

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What are some signal words for 'Cause and Effect'?

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Signal words for 'Cause and Effect' include 'because,' 'therefore,' 'as a result,' and 'due to.'

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What are some signal words for 'Compare and Contrast'?

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Signal words for 'Compare and Contrast' include 'similarly,' 'on the other hand,' 'however,' and 'in contrast.'

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What are some signal words for 'Problem and Solution'?

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Signal words for 'Problem and Solution' include 'problem,' 'solution,' 'to fix this,' and 'one way to solve this.'

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What are some signal words for 'Description'?

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Signal words for 'Description' include 'for example,' 'such as,' 'in addition,' and 'to illustrate.'